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Acquisitions

ASSA ABLOY acquires US-based door hardware supplier Securitech

October 4, 2023

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Securitech Group, a manufacturer of high-security mechanical and electronic door hardware products based in the US. Read More

Lithium-ion battery fires

E-bike battery found to be cause of fire in Coventry apartment block

October 4, 2023

Elevating Critical Infrastructure ROI with Digital Access Management

Webinar: Is our Reliance on Lithium-Ion Batteries Safe or Sustainable?

Webinar: Greener buildings and digital access: Considerations and best practice

Security guarding

BBC investigation uncovers “sham training courses” for door supervisors

October 4, 2023

An undercover investigation from the BBC has found security guards obtaining fraudulent work licences after attending “sham training courses”. Read More

Building safety

Over 13,000 dutyholders register high-rise buildings with Building Safety Regulator scheme

October 3, 2023

A few days after the registration deadline the BSR has revealed over 13,000 dutyholders have started or completed their applications. Read More

Acquisitions

Peoplesafe expands North American coverage with acquisition of employee protection business OK Alone

October 3, 2023

Peoplesafe has acquired Canadian-based employee protection software application business, OK Alone. Read More

Gurkha Security Services: Celebrating 18 years of excellence

October 3, 2023

Sitting down with the co-founders of Gurkha Security Services as it celebrates its 18 year anniversary in the guarding sector. Read More

Product news

New security product launches and tech updates – September 2023

October 2, 2023

IFSEC Insider takes readers through the latest product launches and software updates to hit the security market throughout September 2023. Read More

Building safety

Deadline for registering high-rise residential buildings passes and new fire safety guidance comes into force as October arrives

October 2, 2023

The deadline to register high-rise residential buildings with the BSR has passed, while new fire safety guidance has also come into force. Read More

Case study

Wireless fire protection installed to protect historic Timothy Taylor’s brewery

October 2, 2023

Timothy Taylor’s Brewery has had over 300 wireless fire devices installed as part of a significant upgrade to its fire safety system. Read More

Fire safety competence

Mind the fire safety gap – complexity versus competence

Cardiff nights out scheme extended for enhanced public safety

Tackling the retail crime epidemic with technology – Are body-worn cameras the answer?

All fired up – but where do we go? Top tips for responsible persons in demonstrating fire safety regulation compliance

EFSG common application form aims to reduce time-to-market for fire detection products

LATEST IN VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

New security product launches and tech updates – September 2023
IFSEC Insider takes readers through the latest product launches and software updates to hit the security market throughout September 2023.
Tackling the retail crime epidemic with technology – Are body-worn cameras the answer?
As the threat to retail staff continues to rise with increasing levels of crime, are body-worn cameras the answer?
Turkish university streamlines video surveillance system with VMS installation
The Social Sciences University of Ankara (ASBU), Turkey has had a video surveillance upgrade by IDIS to help protect its students and staff.
Why embracing an OPEN approach to security is so important
Why security is stronger when working with partners who have embraced a transparent approach to technology, sustainability and communication.
Road to Safety: How cost-effective cellular video surveillance bolsters transport security
Why video over cellular technology can further ensure the safety and security of passengers and operators in the transport sector.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS

School threat assessments and how they differ from enterprise environments
Dr Marisa Randazzo, Executive Director, Threat Management at Ontic, details the nuances around carrying out threat assessments in schools.
“There should always be a human in the loop” – AI in physical security: Uses, myths & responsibilities
IFSEC Insider sits down with Genetec’s Paul Dodds to discuss the good, the bad and ugly of AI applications for physical security.
What’s a Converged Security Centre all about?
Find out why organisations should be bringing their cyber and physical security platforms together into a converged security centre solution.
Podcast: Episode 14 – Eye on AI – Ethics, human intervention and its impact on security
Episode 14 of the Security in Focus podcast welcomes Rajat Kotra, as we discuss all things Artificial Intelligence.
IFSEC Interviews: HID Global and the focus on digital and sustainable access control solutions
Hear from leaders within HID’s Physical Access Control division as they highlight digitalisation and sustainability as key themes ahead.

CORPORATE SECURITY INSIGHT

School threat assessments and how they differ from enterprise environments
Dr Marisa Randazzo, Executive Director, Threat Management at Ontic, details the nuances around carrying out threat assessments in schools.
British Museum thefts put spotlight on the insider threat
The dangers of the insider threat to security have been put in the spotlight, following the theft of 2,000 artefacts from the British Museum.
Opportunities abound for the security sector in Saudi Arabia?
Bruce Braes explains the opportunities that Saudi Arabia’s ‘giga projects’ are presenting for the security supply chain, with technology at the heart of Vision 2030.
Global healthcare’s security leaders see the benefits of collaboration
Healthcare security leaders explain new approaches to dealing with problems ranging from identifying risks to tackling workplace violence.
Bringing balance to security risk management – “Let’s fix the wobbly chair!”
George Dionisopoulos explains why a balanced approach to security risk management is essential to ensuring resilience in your organisation.

LATEST IN FIRE SAFETY

E-bike battery found to be cause of fire in Coventry apartment block
Firefighters were called to respond to a flat fire on the 11th floor of a high-rise in Coventry caused by an e-bike battery setting alight.
Over 13,000 dutyholders register high-rise buildings with Building Safety Regulator scheme
A few days after the registration deadline the BSR has revealed over 13,000 dutyholders have started or completed their applications.
Deadline for registering high-rise residential buildings passes and new fire safety guidance comes into force as October arrives
The deadline to register high-rise residential buildings with the BSR has passed, while new fire safety guidance has also come into force.
Wireless fire protection installed to protect historic Timothy Taylor’s brewery
Timothy Taylor’s Brewery has had over 300 wireless fire devices installed as part of a significant upgrade to its fire safety system.
All fired up – but where do we go? Top tips for responsible persons in demonstrating fire safety regulation compliance
IFSEC Insider hears from Catherine Henney and Charlotte Wood from Eversheds Sutherland who explore the fire safety legal framework and guidance.

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ASSA ABLOY acquires US-based door hardware supplier Securitech

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E-bike battery found to be cause of fire in Coventry apartment block

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BBC investigation uncovers “sham training courses” for door supervisors

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Over 13,000 dutyholders register high-rise buildings with Building Safety Regulator scheme

Acquisitions

Peoplesafe expands North American coverage with acquisition of employee protection business OK Alone

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Gurkha Security Services: Celebrating 18 years of excellence

Product news

New security product launches and tech updates – September 2023

Building safety

Deadline for registering high-rise residential buildings passes and new fire safety guidance comes into force as October arrives

Case study

Wireless fire protection installed to protect historic Timothy Taylor’s brewery

Fire safety competence

Mind the fire safety gap – complexity versus competence

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Cardiff nights out scheme extended for enhanced public safety

Tackling the retail crime epidemic with technology – Are body-worn cameras the answer?

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All fired up – but where do we go? Top tips for responsible persons in demonstrating fire safety regulation compliance

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EFSG common application form aims to reduce time-to-market for fire detection products

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